How Does Social Security Disability Insurance Work?

Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) is one of two programs that you could obtain disability benefits from if you become unable to work. Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is the other of the two programs. Both are administered by the Social Security Administration.  A Los Angeles disability benefits lawyer can help you to determine if you […]

What Does Supplemental Security Income Mean?

Supplemental Security Income (SSI) is one of two very important programs that the Social Security Administration operates in order to provide benefits for people who are disabled.  If you are unable to work because of a serious physical or mental condition, you should talk with a Los Angeles disability benefits lawyer about whether SSI is the right […]

What Does it Mean to Appeal a SSD Denial?

Many people who have their Social Security Disability claims denied are aware that there is an appeals process. However, there is sometimes confusion about exactly what it means to appeal. A Los Angeles disability benefits attorney can provide insight into what it means to appeal your benefits denial and can guide you through the process […]

How Do Social Security Disability Appeals Work?

One of the most frustrating things that can happen to you when you are disabled and unable to work is to have your claim for Social Security Disability benefits denied. The silver lining is, denials are very common and you do have the option to appeal so you can fight for the benefits that you […]

What is an Administrative Law Judge?

If you apply for Social Security Disability benefits, chances are good that your application is going to end up being denied. This means you are likely to find yourself involved in the appeals process — and your case could end up before an administrative law judge.  A Los Angeles Social Security Disability benefits attorney can […]

How Can You Show How Severely You’re Disabled?

Proving that you are sufficiently disabled to qualify for Social Security Disability (SSD) benefits can be extremely difficult. The Social Security Disability system is set up to ensure no fraudulent claims end up with recipients being paid so it is notoriously difficult to show you are deserving of benefits. Many applications for benefits also end […]

What if Your Disability Isn’t in the Blue Book?

If you have a disabling condition and you want to apply for Social Security Disability benefits, it is important to realize that you will not necessarily qualify with every single different type of disability. In fact, there are only certain circumstances in which your disabling condition is severe enough to entitle you to benefits from […]

Are There Different Disabilities Covered for Kids Than Adults?

Social Security disability benefits lawyers in Los Angeles can help both adults and children to obtain Social Security Disability benefits if they are eligible to do so.   It is important to understand the types of disabling conditions that can result in an adult or a child becoming eligible for disability benefits. There are differences in […]

Is the Blue Book the Same as the List of Impairments?

When you apply for Social Security Disability benefits, you may hear the terms List of Impairments.  You may also hear the term Blue Book. These terms are confusing ones, as much of the process of applying for Social Security Disability is confusing since there’s a lot of technical and legal language to know.  A Los […]

Everything You Need to Know About the Social Security Blue Book

When you are applying for Social Security Disability benefits, it’s confusing to determine whether you’ll be  eligible to receive benefits or not. There are a few different factors that determine your eligibility, including whether or not your disabling condition is listed in something called the “Blue Book.” Understanding the Social Security Blue Book is complicated, […]